Newark Public Library

The Newark Public Library
LocationNewark, New Jersey, USA
Established1847 
Branches6 (Weequahic, Van Buren, Vailsburg, North End, Branchbrook, Springfield), 4 closed branches
Collection
Size1,691,042
Access and use
Circulation164,022
Population served281,402
Members72,605
Other information
Budget$11,351,129
Employees98
Websitewww.npl.org
James Street Commons Historic District
Coordinates40°44′41″N 74°10′14″W / 40.74459°N 74.17067°W / 40.74459; -74.17067
NRHP reference No.78001758
NJRHP No.1275
Significant dates
Added to NRHPJanuary 9, 1978
Designated NJRHPFebruary 10, 1977

The Newark Public Library (NPL) is a public library system in Newark, New Jersey. The library system offers numerous programs and events to its diverse population. With seven different branches, the Newark Public Library serves as a Statewide Reference Center. The Newark Public Library is the public library system for the city of Newark, Essex County, New Jersey, United States. The library system boasts a collection of art and literature, art and history exhibits, a variety of programs for all ages. The library is home to author Philip Roth's collections.